What are the schools like in Elmont, NY?

Elmont is served primarily by ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 6 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Elmont?

The median household income in Elmont, NY is $115,691 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.6%.

What is the weather like in Elmont, NY?

Elmont has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.9 inches.

Elmont, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Elmont, NY affordable or expensive?

Elmont's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Elmont is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $535,600 and the median rent is $2,251 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Elmont, NY?

Elmont has a violent crime rate of 133.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1044.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Elmont, NY a Good Place to Live?

Elmont is a small city of 37,866 in New York, with a median household income of $115,691 and a 7.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Elmont stands out for solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Elmont is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Elmont city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Elmont's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Elmont costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Elmont, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$535,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,251	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$115,691	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Elmont's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.0 /100k

Property Crime

1044.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Elmont is served primarily by ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Elmont, NY	National Avg
School District	ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Elmont sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 43.3 inches of annual precipitation and 25.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Elmont, NY
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	43.3"
Annual Snowfall	25.9"

Demographics

Metric	Elmont, NY	National Avg
Population	37,866	—
Median Age	38.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	40.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	17.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	44.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	21.0%	18.9%
Asian	14.3%	6.3%
Under 18	18.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

South Floral Park, NY 1 mi North Valley Stream, NY 1 mi Franklin Square, NY 2 mi Floral Park, NY 2 mi Stewart Manor, NY 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Elmont

Elmont, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

11003

Elmont vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmont, NY affordable or expensive?

Elmont's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Elmont roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $535,600 and median rent is $2,251/month.

What is the crime rate in Elmont, NY?

Elmont's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1044.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Elmont?

Public schools in Elmont are operated by ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 6 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 32.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Elmont, NY a good place to live?

Elmont, NY has a population of 37,866, a median household income of $115,691, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Elmont?

Elmont averages 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.3 inches with about 25.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Elmont?

Elmont, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 11003.

What is the population of Elmont?

The population of Elmont, New York is 37,866 with a median age of 38.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Elmont?

Key numbers for living in Elmont: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $535,600, median household income $115,691, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Elmont side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.